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January 14, 2026 at 9:02 PM

UPDATED NEWS RELEASE: Mobile office brings Secretary of State services to the Detroit auto show

UPDATED NEWS RELEASE: Mobile office brings Secretary of State services to the Detroit auto show Attendees can update their address, convert to a REAL ID, order plates, and more FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJan. 14, 2026 Contact: Cheri Hardmon HardmonC@M…

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January 14, 2026 at 8:45 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Mobile office brings Secretary of State services to the Detroit auto show

NEWS RELEASE: Mobile office brings Secretary of State services to the Detroit auto show Attendees can update their address, convert to a REAL ID, order plates, and more FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJan. 14, 2026 Contact: Cheri Hardmon HardmonC@Michigan.…

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December 22, 2025 at 4:00 PM

UPDATED NEWS RELEASE: What’s on your plate? Michigan Department of State releases top license plates on the road in 2025

UPDATED NEWS RELEASE: What’s on your plate? Michigan Department of State releases top license plates on the road in 2025 Michigan motorists continue to express their pride and personality through a wide variety of license plate designs FOR IMMED…

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December 22, 2025 at 3:26 PM

NEWS RELEASE: What’s on your plate? Michigan Department of State releases top license plates on the road in 2025

NEWS RELEASE: What’s on your plate? Michigan Department of State releases top license plates on the road in 2025 Michigan motorists continue to express their pride and personality through a wide variety of license plate designs FOR IMMEDIATE REL…

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December 11, 2025 at 12:01 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson announces revival of iconic red, white, and blue license plate to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson announces revival of iconic red, white, and blue license plate to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary Michiganders can order semiquincentennial plate starting Jan. 2 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDec. 11, 2025 Contact: …

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December 1, 2025 at 6:07 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson shares resources to support safety and independence during Older Driver Safety Awareness Week

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson shares resources to support safety and independence during Older Driver Safety Awareness Week Visit the Safe Drivers Smart Options website at Michigan.gov/AgingDriver for information and support FOR IMMEDIATE RELEA…

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November 14, 2025 at 8:55 PM

NEWS RELEASE: New license plate honoring Michigan's women veterans now available

NEWS RELEASE: New license plate honoring Michigan's women veterans now available Eligible woman veterans can order online or at Secretary of State offices FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENov. 14, 2025 Contact: Cheri Hardmon [email protected]   …

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November 4, 2025 at 2:42 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Department of State takes action against St. Clair County vehicle dealership

NEWS RELEASE: Department of State takes action against St. Clair County vehicle dealership LaFontaine Chevrolet Buick GMC of St. Clair, Inc. suspended for alleged violations FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENov. 4, 2025Contact: Cheri [email protected] Department of State takes…

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October 31, 2025 at 3:04 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Fall college tour brings Secretary of State services and election poll worker information to 24 Michigan campuses

NEWS RELEASE: Fall college tour brings Secretary of State services and election poll worker information to 24 Michigan campuses MDOS wrapped up the department’s 2025 fall college tour FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOct. 31, 2025 Contact: Cheri Hardmon Har…

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October 31, 2025 at 1:19 PM

ELECTION REMINDER: Elections to be held in 72 counties on Nov. 4

ELECTION REMINDER: Elections to be held in 72 counties on Nov. 4 Check your registration status and other voting details at Michigan.gov/Vote Elections to be held in 72 counties on Nov. 4 Jurisdictions in 72 Michigan counties will h…

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October 24, 2025 at 9:02 AM

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson warns Michiganders: U.S. Department of Justice is unlawfully demanding your private voter information

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson warns Michiganders: U.S. Department of Justice is unlawfully demanding your private voter information "I told them they can't have it" FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOct. 24, 2025 Contact: Cheri Hardmon [email protected]…

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October 21, 2025 at 8:05 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Road to Restoration wraps fourth season, showing over 4,100 Michiganders how they can get back into the driver’s seat

NEWS RELEASE: Road to Restoration wraps fourth season, showing over 4,100 Michiganders how they can get back into the driver’s seat The Michigan Department of State wrapped up a fourth year of the successful Road to Restoration program FOR IMMED…

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October 13, 2025 at 6:07 PM

NEWS RELEASE: 2024 post-election recount and audit report confirms Michigan’s elections are secure and accurate

NEWS RELEASE: 2024 post-election recount and audit report confirms Michigan’s elections are secure and accurate Bureau of Elections report releases methods and results of nearly 500 audits across the state FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOct. 13, 2025 Cont…

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October 9, 2025 at 9:29 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson visits driver’s license restoration clinic in Flint

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson visits driver’s license restoration clinic in Flint 100 attendees received expert advice on how to restore their driving privileges FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOct. 9, 2025 Contact: Cheri Hardmon [email protected]   …

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October 1, 2025 at 5:33 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month in SW Detroit, announces new language translation devices available in branch offices

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month in SW Detroit, announces new language translation devices available in branch offices Pocketalk devices make services more accessible for residents not fluent in English FOR IMMED…

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September 25, 2025 at 9:17 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson statement on U.S. Department of Justice lawsuit seeking Michiganders' personal data

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson statement on U.S. Department of Justice lawsuit seeking Michiganders' personal data Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson made the following statement FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESept. 25, 2025 Contact: Cheri Hardmon HardmonC…

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September 16, 2025 at 5:22 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson brings state ID services to Wayne County’s returning citizens

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson brings state ID services to Wayne County’s returning citizens Nearly 20,000 returning citizens have received state IDs or driver’s licenses FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESept. 16, 2025 Contact: Cheri Hardmon HardmonC@Michig…

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September 9, 2025 at 8:09 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Statement of Secretary Benson on judge's decision to dismiss criminal charges against Michigan 'false electors'

NEWS RELEASE: Statement of Secretary Benson on judge's decision to dismiss criminal charges against Michigan 'false electors' Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson made the following statement FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESept. 9, 2025 Contact: Cheri Hardmo…

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September 9, 2025 at 2:00 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Tufts University report: Michigan had nation’s largest young voter turnout increase in 2024 elections

NEWS RELEASE: Tufts University report: Michigan had nation’s largest young voter turnout increase in 2024 elections Secretary Benson celebrates another record-breaking year for youth voting as Michigan kicks off second annual Michigan Voter Preregistration …

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September 8, 2025 at 2:35 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson statement on Michigan House Republicans’ budget proposal

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson statement on Michigan House Republicans’ budget proposal Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson made the following statement FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESept. 8, 2025 Contact: Cheri Hardmon [email protected]   …

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September 4, 2025 at 8:30 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Secretary of State launches fall mobile office college tour, visiting over 20 campuses

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Secretary of State launches fall mobile office college tour, visiting over 20 campuses Students and staff can renew driver’s licenses or state ID, register to vote, conduct other transactions FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESept. 4, …

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August 22, 2025 at 10:25 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Department of State posts additional election documents provided to House Oversight Committee on public site

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Department of State posts additional election documents provided to House Oversight Committee on public site FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAug. 22, 2025Contact: Cheri [email protected] Michigan Department of State posts additional election documents provided …

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August 22, 2025 at 6:13 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Department of State takes action against driver education provider in Ypsilanti

NEWS RELEASE: Department of State takes action against driver education provider in Ypsilanti Coach Richmond’s Driving School, LLC suspended for alleged violations FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAug. 22, 2025 Contact: Cheri Hardmon [email protected]  …

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August 22, 2025 at 3:29 PM

New voter platform for military and overseas voters

New voter platform for military and overseas voters New ballot access platform to launch for military and overseas voters Sept 15, 2025 New ballot access platform to launch for military and overseas voters Friday, August 22, 2025 …

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August 21, 2025 at 9:21 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary of State: ‘It’s Sooo Simple’ to get fast, flexible service

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary of State: ‘It’s Sooo Simple’ to get fast, flexible service New campaign highlights online, mail, and self-service station options that help keep office wait times at historic lows FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAug. 21, 2025 Contac…

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August 11, 2025 at 1:19 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Collegiate Student Advisory Task Force returns for its fourth cycle in 2025-2026

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Collegiate Student Advisory Task Force returns for its fourth cycle in 2025-2026 Department of State now accepting applications from students looking to engage voters on campus FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAug. 11, 2025 Contact: C…

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August 7, 2025 at 8:31 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Department of State, partners assist over 100 Adrian-area residents with the steps necessary to return safely behind the wheel

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Department of State, partners assist over 100 Adrian-area residents with the steps necessary to return safely behind the wheel Road to Restoration clinic in Adrian on July 31 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAug. 7, 2025 Contact: Cher…

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August 6, 2025 at 9:43 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson statement on court ruling protecting voting rights of Michigan's military and overseas citizens

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson statement on court ruling protecting voting rights of Michigan's military and overseas citizens FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAug. 6, 2025 Contact: Cheri Hardmon [email protected]   Secretary Benson statem…

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July 30, 2025 at 8:12 PM

ELECTION REMINDER: Elections to be held in 51 counties on Aug. 5

ELECTION REMINDER: Elections to be held in 51 counties on Aug. 5 Visit Michigan.gov/Vote for voting information Elections to be held in 51 counties on Aug. 5 Jurisdictions in 51 Michigan counties will hold elections on Aug. 5. Check…

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July 21, 2025 at 8:45 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Department of State takes action against driver education provider in Flint

NEWS RELEASE: Department of State takes action against driver education provider in Flint In My Lane Driving School suspended for alleged violations FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 21, 2025Contact: Cheri [email protected] Department of State takes action against driver e…

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July 3, 2025 at 2:15 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Department of State releases 2024 county-level data showing record turnout in state's first presidential election after passage of Proposal 2022-2

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Department of State releases 2024 county-level data showing record turnout in state's first presidential election after passage of Proposal 2022-2 Michigan ranked #3 in the nation for eligible voter turnout, over 60% of total votes cast early or by mail …

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July 2, 2025 at 5:46 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Secretary of State now offers online driver's license testing for adults

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Secretary of State now offers online driver's license testing for adults Michiganders 18 and over can take the knowledge exam at Michigan.gov/SOSOnlineTesting FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 2, 2025 Contact: Sam May MayS14@Michi…

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June 26, 2025 at 9:03 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Road to Restoration program returns to Southwest Detroit, helps over 270 local residents learn their path to safe driving

NEWS RELEASE: Road to Restoration program returns to Southwest Detroit, helps over 270 local residents learn their path to safe driving Expert staff, volunteer attorneys bring driver’s license restoration services directly to community FOR IMMED…

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June 26, 2025 at 5:23 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Department of State posts additional training materials provided to House Oversight Committee on public site

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Department of State posts additional training materials provided to House Oversight Committee on public site FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 26, 2025Contact: Cheri [email protected] Michigan Department of State posts additional election training materials …

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June 24, 2025 at 8:21 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson reports progress on Michigan Transparency Network

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson reports progress on Michigan Transparency Network Testimony to House Oversight Committee details upgrades to state’s transparent and accessible campaign finance reporting system FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 24, 2025 C…

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June 12, 2025 at 4:21 PM

NEWS RELEASE: First-ever Road to Restoration clinic in Gladwin provides expert driver’s license restoration advice

NEWS RELEASE: First-ever Road to Restoration clinic in Gladwin provides expert driver’s license restoration advice Experts with Michigan Department of State (MDOS) and volunteer attorneys provided guidance to Gladwin-area residents FOR IMMEDIATE…

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June 5, 2025 at 6:32 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Department of State statement on Michigan House Oversight Committee lawsuit

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Department of State statement on Michigan House Oversight Committee lawsuit Secretary of State Spokesperson Cheri Hardmon released the following statement FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 5, 2025Contact: Cheri [email protected] Michigan Department o…

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June 3, 2025 at 3:04 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson statement on House Republicans impeachment threat

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson statement on House Republicans impeachment threat Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson released the following statement FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 3, 2025  Contact: Cheri Hardmon [email protected]   …

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June 2, 2025 at 6:34 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Over 130 Detroit-area residents learn how to navigate the driver’s license restoration process in Pontiac

NEWS RELEASE: Over 130 Detroit-area residents learn how to navigate the driver’s license restoration process in Pontiac Over 130 Detroit-area residents attended a Road to Restoration clinic in Pontiac on May 21 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 2, 2025 …

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May 23, 2025 at 4:42 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Department of State issued over 200K REAL IDs in past 12 weeks

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Department of State issued over 200K REAL IDs in past 12 weeks Secretary of State offices served 90% of Michiganders within 20 minutes of their appointment time FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 23, 2025 Contact: Cheri Hardmon Hard…

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May 22, 2025 at 11:55 PM

News Release: Secretary Benson statement on protecting Michigan's election security

News Release: Secretary Benson statement on protecting Michigan's election security FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 22, 2025 Contact: Cheri Hardmon [email protected]   Secretary Benson statement on protecting Michigan's election secur…

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May 20, 2025 at 6:50 PM

Michigan Department of State testifies at House Oversight Committee, General Government Subcommittee joint hearing on Michigan Transparency Network

Michigan Department of State testifies at House Oversight Committee, General Government Subcommittee joint hearing on Michigan Transparency Network FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 20, 2025Contact: Cheri [email protected] Michigan Department of State testifies at House Oversight C…

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May 20, 2025 at 12:33 AM

NEWS RELEASE: Statement of Secretary Benson on U.S. Supreme Court action that upholds the right of Michigan voters to amend state constitution

NEWS RELEASE: Statement of Secretary Benson on U.S. Supreme Court action that upholds the right of Michigan voters to amend state constitution FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 19, 2025 Contact: Cheri Hardmon [email protected]   Stateme…

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May 13, 2025 at 8:41 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson stands firm on protecting Michigan's election security information

NEWS RELEASE: Secretary Benson stands firm on protecting Michigan's election security information FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 13, 2025 Contact: Cheri Hardmon [email protected]   Secretary Benson stands firm on protecting Michigan'…

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May 12, 2025 at 10:01 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Upper Peninsula and Northeast Michigan residents attend Road to Restoration clinics, learn how to regain driving privileges

NEWS RELEASE: Upper Peninsula and Northeast Michigan residents attend Road to Restoration clinics, learn how to regain driving privileges Free driver’s license restoration clinics hosted last week in St. Ignace, Newberry, and Alpena FOR IMMEDIAT…

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May 7, 2025 at 7:44 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Department of State will continue to protect sensitive election security information, responds to House Oversight Committee subpoenas

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Department of State will continue to protect sensitive election security information, responds to House Oversight Committee subpoenas FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 7, 2025 Contact: Cheri Hardmon [email protected]   …

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May 6, 2025 at 10:27 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Federal Court affirms that Michigan's work to remove deceased voters from state rolls is "more than reasonable," rejects legal challenge

NEWS RELEASE: Federal Court affirms that Michigan's work to remove deceased voters from state rolls is "more than reasonable," rejects legal challenge FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 6, 2025 Contact: Cheri Hardmon [email protected]   …

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May 5, 2025 at 8:33 PM

ELECTION REMINDER: Elections to be held in 68 counties on May 6

ELECTION REMINDER: Elections to be held in 68 counties on May 6 Voters reminded to cast a ballot Elections to be held in 68 counties on May 6 Jurisdictions in 68 Michigan counties will hold elections on May 6. Check this by county l…

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May 2, 2025 at 5:17 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Department of State posts election documents provided to House Oversight Committee on new public site

NEWS RELEASE: Michigan Department of State posts election documents provided to House Oversight Committee on new public site MDOS provided approximately 1,900 additional pages of materials to the Michigan House Committee on Oversight FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 2, 2025Contact: Cheri…

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May 1, 2025 at 11:27 PM

NEWS RELEASE - Secretary Benson statement on House introduction of Michigan Election Security Act

NEWS RELEASE - Secretary Benson statement on House introduction of Michigan Election Security Act FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 1, 2025 Contact: Cheri Hardmon [email protected]   Secretary Benson statement on House introduction of M…

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